Feminism: Reinventing the F-word

Feminism: Reinventing the F-word  

Author: Nadia Abushanab Higgins

Rating: 4.5/5 Stars

Reviewer: Denise Z. 

Summary: While most people believe in equal rights, the word feminism--America's new F-word--makes people uncomfortable. Explore the history of US feminism and learn from modern leaders what it means to be a feminist--and why some criticize it.

Review: This book is a great introduction to the history of feminism. Key examples are used and the different types of feminism are discussed. The author offers a better understanding of feminism and all views on how it has been interpreted throughout history. For grades 6 and up or anyone that wants a refresher in Women’s Movement.